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Approaching Plant Health Systematically

WEBIt’s a fancy word for plant health through certification that a grower earns by meeting certain requirements. And there are a lot of everyday products we use that are …

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Common Root Diseases

WEBMost common root disease organisms. Pythium spp. is an oomycete, or “water mold,” that thrives in wet conditions and is one of the most common greenhouse root …

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Understanding Dissolved Oxygen

WEBAt levels around 5 mg/l of dissolved oxygen, irrigation water is typically considered marginally acceptable for plant health. Most greenhouse crops, however, …

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Decreasing the Risk

WEBDecreasing the Risk. Spring is one of the busiest times of the year because of the large variety of bedding plants produced, which can present ornamental growers …

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Preventing Disease in Propagation

WEBOther options for controlling Rhizoctonia include Cleary’s 3336, Emblem and Medallion. While Pageant Intrinsic is a great choice for prevention of Botrytis, its sister …

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Four Steps to Manage Diseases in Propagation

WEBWhat follows is a checklist of practical steps that can be taken to minimize disease risks. 1. Sanitation remains the front line of defense. The propagation area …

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Pageant: Not Just for Disease-Prevention

WEBPageant: Not Just for Disease-Prevention. Pageant fungicide, which contains the active ingredients pyraclostrobin and boscalid, has quickly become an …

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Protection from Propagation to Finish

WEBPlant health effects, such as root enhancement, are more often seen at lower use rates with strobilurin chemistries. The higher the use rate, the less likely root benefits will be …

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Plant Pest & Disease Management

WEBThus, preventative measures are essential for effective pest and disease management. Growers must develop efficient production plans that incorporate tactics to maximize …

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Five Human Needs (and How We Can Meet Them)

WEBThe World Health Organization says that “burnout” is now a legitimate diagnoses of chronic workplace stress. Consumers are spending $11 billion on “self …

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Media pH: Keeping the Green in Spring

WEBWith a little coaching, regular media pH testing can be a part of your crop health-monitoring process. Add this to the benefits of scouting for insects, mites and …

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Is Your Water Working for You

WEBCrop health is often compromised from elevated alkalinity, salt buildup of waste ions and nutritional deficiencies. Practices that improve plant health and overall …

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AmericanHort Recommends Terms for Disease Resistance Claims

WEBAmericanHort and its research foundation, the Horticultural Research Institute (HRI), led an effort—at the request of industry representatives—to explore an industry-wide adoption …

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The Best Bract Conditions

WEBMaintaining bract health. During the end of the season, healthy bract development is key to a quality product and long-term shelf life. The biggest issues to …

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A Quality System for Growing Quality Plants

WEBThe practical benefits are realized in labor savings and crop health, according to both Rob and Tony. “It’s allowed us to require fewer growers per acre of greenhouse …

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Is There a Doctor in the Greenhouse

WEBMetrolina has partnered with local health organizations Novant Healthcare and Presbyterian Hospital to help co-fund and co-staff the Wellness Center with a …

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Handling Loss and Grief in the Greenhouse

WEBHe was 45 years old and in seemingly good health. He had what I now know is called a silent heart attack and is commonly associated with diabetes, which he had. …

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Lotty Dotty Hypoestes: A Great Choice for Shady Spots

WEBFertilize at medium rates (200 ppm N of 20-10-20, for example) to allow for healthy growth. An EC between 1.2 and 1.5 (using 1:2 extraction method) and pH …

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From Seed to Community

WEBFrom Seed to Community. Philadelphia, like many major cities across the U.S., is facing challenges like poverty, food insecurity, crime and climate challenges …

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The HIT Just Keeps on Coming

WEBThe “HIT,” or health insurance tax, is one of many mechanisms in the law intended to fund the expansion of coverage. More specifically, the fees that will be …

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SAF Offers Health Insurance to Members

WEBSome of the benefits of the SAF plan include flexible plan choices, allowing you to choose the right balance of cost and benefits; cost-saving, consumer-directed …

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